2 Albus - John William
| Billon | 1.75 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | John William (Johann Wilhelm) (1690-1716) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1700-1708 |
| Value | 2 Albus (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#70780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
II
Albus
1706
IMW
Comment
Variant of 1700 with different decoration above the lion crown on the obverse and around the denomination on the reverseInteresting fact
The 2 Albus coin from the Electors of the Palatinate, featuring John William (1700-1708), is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, such as copper or tin, and was valued for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The use of Billon in the production of coins was a cost-effective way for the mint to produce a large quantity of coins without using pure silver, which was a more expensive metal. This coin is a unique piece of history that provides insight into the economic and monetary systems of the time.
